Training
Training Courses
Beginner
This course if a blend of academic and practical training that will give the student a better understanding of the active killer mindset, actions and how to respond in the event the unthinkable happens. This course will include classroom, range, and hand to hand components. While it is somewhat physical in its’ nature, the participant can scale their activities to meet their abilities. This class is designed for the armed citizen who wishes to be better prepared for such an event.
This course consists of 5 hours of basic handgun training. In this course, you will learn the nomenclature of a handgun, how a handgun works, safe use of firearms, gun handling, the fundamentals of marksmanship, range conduct, legal aspects, and home safety. This training is perfect for the new firearms owner as well as the person interested in renewing their skills in shooting and home safety.
Training is conducted by recognized firearms instructors with Law Enforcement and public firearms training backgrounds. The training is given in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
Equipment needed:
- Handgun (semi-auto or revolver)
- 2 magazines for semi-autos, 2 speed strips/speed loader for revolvers
- Eye and ear protection
- Sensible footwear (no open toed shoes or Crocs)
- Range appropriate clothing (dress for the elements)
- Hat w/ brim (baseball style or Boonie/Bucket style) recommended
- 100 rounds ammunition
- Water, snacks sport drinks
830-1330 Instructor Mike Lazarus/Ron Clayton/Tom F/MB Tactical Trainers
Cost $175.00
This course is a fundamentals program where you will learn or perfect the ground work for handgun mastery. This course is suitable for all levels of experience, from the novice to those comfortable with their handgun. If you have never shot or held a handgun before, or want to strengthen your skill set, you will find this course meets your needs. In this one-day course we will cover basic handgun safety, nomenclature, loading and unloading, the foundational marksmanship skills (grip, stance, sight picture/alignment, trigger manipulation and more), as well as reloading under stress and presentation from the holster. We will also practice manipulations for malfunctions.
Prerequisites: None. You must supply your own handgun. Ammo requirements are approximately 300 rounds.
Please bring the following to the course:
- Handgun. Center fire only, no rimfire handguns.
- Three magazines or three speed loaders if using a revolver.
- 300 rounds minimum ammo.
- Proper clothing for the weather.
- Snacks. lunch and plenty of water.
- Please clean your gun in advance of the course or bring your gun cleaning kit with you.
- Notebook and pen.
- Eye and ear protection.
- Sunscreen, hats, long sleeves shirts, long pants, training shoes.
- Belt, holster, magazine pouch or other means of carrying additional ammunition, weapon cleaning equipment.
- Gloves and elbow pad- optional.
Class schedule
0800-1700 / Instructor Mike Lazarus / $275
This course is a fundamentals program where you will learn or perfect the ground work for long gun mastery. This course is suitable for all levels of experience, from the novice to those comfortable with their handgun. If you have never shot or held a rifle before, or want to strengthen your skill set, you will find this course meets your needs. In this one-day course we will cover basic rifle safety, nomenclature, loading and unloading, the foundational marksmanship skills (grip, shooting positions, sight picture/alignment, trigger manipulation and more), as well as reloading under stress and quick, first round hits at various practical ranges We will also practice manipulations for malfunctions. We will shoot from 25 to 200 yards in various field positions. This course will serve both the defensive rifle shooter as well as the hunter looking to improve their skills.
Prerequisites: None. You must supply your own rifle. Ammo requirements are approximately 200 rounds.
Please bring the following to the course:
- Rifle, center fire only, no rimfire handguns. Rifle should be properly sighted in prior to class. If you are concerned about your rifle zero or sighting system, contact MB Tactical about arranging a brief private session to zero your rifle.
- If using a magazine fed rifle, at least two magazines. For all other rifles, a means of carrying spare ammunition on your body is suggested.
- 200 rounds minimum ammo.
- Proper clothing for the weather.
- Snacks. lunch and plenty of water.
- Please clean and lubricate your gun in advance of the course or bring your gun cleaning kit with you.
- Notebook and pen.
- Eye and ear protection.
- Sunscreen, hats, long sleeves shirts, long pants, training shoes.
- Sling, optics or iron sights, based on the shooters desires.
- Gloves and elbow pad- optional.
Class Time 0800- 1600
Instructor Mike Lazarus
Cost $275.00
This course is specifically for the new user of the shotgun. Defensive Shotgun 1 provides students with the understanding of how the shotgun works, the variety of ammunition, patterning and skills necessary to safely handle, load, fire and unload a pump-action or semi-automatic shotgun. You will learn skills such as speed loads, tac loads, clearing malfunctions, continuity of fire, multiple target engagements and care and maintenance of your shotgun. You will be instructed on shotgun manipulation and range drills to increase your comfort level and develop a solid foundation with the defensive shotgun.
PREREQUISITES:
None
COURSE OUTLINE:
- Nomenclature of shotgun.
- Ammunition and selection.
- Fundamentals of Marksmanship.
- Mindset.
- Load, unload, and proper mounting and firing of a shotgun.
- Proper stance and various ready positions.
- Understanding of shotgun ammunition to accurately engage targets at various distances.
- Engagement of multiple targets and continuity of fire.
- Recognize and clear malfunctions.
Note: Birdshot will be primarily shot during this course. Birdshot can cause reliability/function issues in some semi-automatic shotguns, make sure your shotgun functions properly with the birdshot that you selected.
EQUIPMENT LIST:
- Shotgun (pump or semi-auto) in good working order, equipped with shoulder stock and single or 2-point sling
- A way to carry ammunition on person (belt attached pouch, dump pouch, chest rig, etc.)
- Footwear suitable for rapid movement and turning
- Clothing suitable for training in any weather
- Hat with a brim (Optional)
- Knee and elbow pads (Optional)
- Eye Protection (wraparound eyewear, polycarbonate lenses or non-shattering prescription glasses)
- Ear Protection
- Cleaning supplies
- Liquids and snacks
AMMO:
- Estimated round count:
- 15 rounds buckshot
- 10 rounds rifled slugs
- 200 rounds birdshot
NOTE: No steel shot. Lead core ammunition to be used only
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Class Time: 0800-1600
Cost: $275.00
Instructor: Ron Clayton
This Handgun and Tactical Medical skills course is designed to equip the students with the necessary knowledge and skillset to effectively manage traumatic injuries, with a focus on tourniquet application and the control of severe bleeding caused by traumatic injury or gunshot wounds.
This comprehensive course combines theoretical knowledge, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises to ensure students develop an understanding of the principles, equipment, and skills needed to endure in tactical trauma situations. It is requested that the student bring their own IFAK or Trauma Kit for familiarization of the contents. Training IFAKs will be provided for students to use.
The student should have a basic understanding and familiarity with the use of their handgun. A basic review of the handgun fundamentals will be conducted to evaluate the student’s skills to help ensure the course is presented in a manner that is beneficial to all participants.
EQUIPMENT:
- Handgun or Revolver (2 magazines or speed loaders)
- Holster
- Magazine Pouch
- Sturdy Belt
- 150 rounds of ammunition
- IFAK
- Range attire (dress for the elements)
- Appropriate footwear (No open toed shoes or Crocs)
- Baseball style or Bucket style hat
- Water, Sports Drinks, snacks
Cost: $275
Class Time: 0800 – 1600
Instructor: Ron Clayton
Have you ever been to a public range or want to get some practice with guidance? It is best to set up a range experience for 1, 2, 3 or 4 people. We offer a unique experience for beginner shooters or people that may have not been to a public range and would like us to guide you with the appropriate etiquette at our range and it will help with being at any public range, making you feel confident and safe at all times. You will leave feeling like you have accomplished many things and can help direct you to where your shooting hobby begins!
Our package includes the following:
1 – RSO/Instructor/Guide
Range pass for each person
Eye and ear protection for each person
50 rnd ammo each (22lr; 9mm)
1 – firearm rental each (with proof each person is 21yrs of age and completes the firearm rental agreement) – Valid ID’s are required – Additional firearms at additional cost if interested. You can always buy more ammo and stay at the range until closing. There is no time limit for our range experience. For the package you would be at the range for about 1.5 hours. More ammo, more time at the range!
Paper target to take home for each person – WITH YOUR SHOT!!
Steel Gallery for instant gratification and knowing you are hitting your targets.
The range experience is available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. No reservations required for groups 4 or less.
1 person $111
2 people $222
3 people $333
4 people $444
Intermediate
This course is presented as a means of distilling the foundational process of the handgun presentation and the shot process employment in a rapidly unfolding, and demanding set of circumstances. The course will utilize the Steel Challenge competition course to refine the draw stroke, trigger press, sight acquisition, slide lock reloads, strong hand and weak hand shooting, and movement to cover. This course will not focus on tactics so much as faster shooting with acceptable accuracy for the situation. Enrollment for this class is limited to students who have had some basic training and can safely draw to a target and reliably hit an 8 inch circle at 15 yards.
The Steel Challenge is a fast-paced shooting competition with (as the name implies) all steel targets. There are eight stages. Each stage has five targets. One target is designated a “Stop Plate” which must be shot last. All other plates are typically engaged as the competitor desires. Each stage is shot five times. For the competition, the total time of the shooters four best strings on each stage is added up. The lowest time is the winner. While this class is not focused on competition shooting, it will make use of the refined shooting techniques often used by top shooters.
Equipment:
Sturdy belt with a holster and two magazine pouches. We strongly discourage the use of open top Kydex holsters or competition styled holsters and magazine pouches. Serpa and similar holsters are not allowed unless issued by your agency.
Service pistol in 9mm or larger caliber.
Three or more magazines.
600 rounds of factory ammunition or factory reloaded ammunition. Ammunition (both factory new and factory reloaded) may be available for purchase at the range pro shop for those who wish to buy it on site. We strongly suggest you arrange with the pro shop for the ammunition purchase prior to the class, as it can sell out quickly. The ammunition count is based on a level of accuracy that assumes a majority of first round hits. It is very possible/likely that students will exceed the 600 round approximation if they go to the edge of their abilities. If you are anxious about running short of ammunition, bring more.
Eye protection. This must be ballistic rated eye wear as the entire course will feature steel targets. Splatter and splash back, while not common, does occur.
Ear protection. Electronic hearing protection is preferred.
Suitable range attire. Ballistic vests may be worn if the student wishes to train in their full equipment.
Bring water and food. We will not be leaving the range for lunch. The meal break is usually abbreviated.
Class Time: 0800 – 1600
Cost: $300
Instructor: Mike Lazarus
This class will focus on the foundational skills used to clear rooms, buildings, and other structures. The techniques taught in this class are all well vetted and currently in use in a variety of venues by armed professionals. This is not a shooting course; this is strictly a tactics and movement course. The techniques taught in this class can be applied to home defense, active shooter, executive protection, and any other endeavor where one might be called upon to either find a threat, or ensure an area is safe. We will focus on both single person as well as team tactics. For students looking to improve their shooting skills, we recommend the basic and advanced handgun or rifle classes.
Prerequisites: Strong understanding of firearms safety.
Equipment: Students can use either a handgun or long gun (i.e. carbine, rifle, or shotgun) for this class. Handguns should be accompanied by a holster. Long guns will need a sling. Students will not be allowed to possess ammunition during this class. If a student wishes to use the range facilities following the class, they are welcomed to do so, however all ammunition must remain locked in their vehicle.
Class Time: 0900 – 1400
Cost: $250
Instructor: Mike Lazarus
Check out our calendar to see the upcoming dates for this course.
The four-hour class goes beyond static shooting. Once the student has demonstrated sound fundamentals, the movement begins. This class will teach movement on the draw, movement during reloads, movement before and after the shooting process, and shooting while moving.
This intermediate course is designed for the shooter who wishes to develop the skills to engage small targets with a high degree of probability for first round hits. This includes sportsman as well as hunters. We will discuss equipment selection, the fundamentals for precision rifle marksmanship, supported field positions, ballistics, and ammunition considerations. Shooting will primarily be done at 100 and 200 yards. This course is designed for a rifle with a telescopic sighting device, preferable of at least 7 power magnification. During this class, we will be walking to the target and back. Please wear comfortable boots for such activity.
This intermediate class will focus on the short-range marksmanship problems associated with using a long gun (shotgun or rifle) in an urban environment. Students will learn techniques for using the long gun effectively indoors, in outdoor close confined spaces, and in and around automobiles.
This course will focus on the defensive use of a handgun in the urban environment with heavy emphasis on maneuvering through and around common urban obstacles while engaging threats. We will fire from and around vehicles, walls and barricades, simulated objects of cover/concealment such as fire hydrants, trash receptacles, telephone poles and the like.
Much of this course will involve shooting on steel, reactionary targets. Sunglasses that are not rated for ballistic protection will not be allowed.
Prerequisites: Basic handgun course. Strong understanding of fundamentals of firearms safety.
Equipment: Handgun, three magazines, 400 rounds of ammunition, holster, magazine pouches, belt, eye and ear protections.
Class Time 0800 – 1700
Cost: $300
Instructor: Mike Lazarus
Advanced/Custom
Course Overview:
The Customized Small Unit Tactics course is a specialized training program designed for military, law enforcement, and security personnel who require tailored instruction on small unit operations in dynamic and complex environments. This course is highly flexible and can be adapted to meet the unique needs of each unit, ensuring practical, scenario-based learning that addresses real-world challenges faced by small teams in the field.
Course Objectives:
While each training evolution is customized to the unique needs of the customer, generic provision of this course will emphasize participant skill-building in:
- Mastering essential small unit tactics for effective coordination and execution of operations.
- Developing leadership and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Applying advanced techniques in tactical movement, communication, and combat scenarios.
- Understanding and practicing tactics in varied environments, from urban settings to wilderness operations.
- Enhancing teamwork and cohesion within small unit teams, emphasizing adaptability and resilience.
Key Topics Include:
- Tactical Movement & Formations:
- Individual and team movement techniques
- Tactical formations (e.g., wedge, file, and column)
- Movement under fire and during contact
- Use of terrain for concealment and cover
- Close Quarters Combat (CQC):
- Breaching and room clearing procedures
- Hostage rescue and building entry tactics
- Communication and coordination in CQB situations
- Weapons and Equipment Integration:
- Utilizing small arms, explosives, and other tactical gear
- Integration of weapons systems for maximum effect
- Handling non-lethal and less-lethal equipment
- Situational Awareness and Decision Making:
- Decision-making processes in high-stress environments
- Threat assessment and risk management
- Tactical communication and reporting in complex environments
- Field Craft and Survival Skills:
- Camouflage, concealment, and stealth operations
- Land navigation and orienteering techniques
- Emergency medical treatment in the field
- Survival tactics for extended operations in hostile environments
- Leadership and Team Dynamics:
- Leadership in small unit operations
- Building trust and effective communication within teams
- Conflict resolution and managing stress in tactical situations
Customization Options:
- Scenario-based Training: Each course is designed to simulate real-world operational environments and can be customized to reflect the specific mission sets and operational challenges of your team. This includes training in urban combat, wilderness operations, hostage rescue, or other specialized scenarios.
- Skill Level Adjustment: The course can be adjusted to suit different experience levels, from beginner to advanced tactical teams. Tailored instruction ensures each participant’s skills are challenged and developed.
- Location Flexibility: Training can be conducted at your unit’s designated facility, a selected training area, or at our tactical training facility in Piru, CA.
Duration:
The course duration is flexible, typically ranging from 2 to 5 days based on the depth of content and the level of customization required. Intensive, multi-day options are available for teams needing advanced or specialized training.
Target Audience:
- Military units and special forces
- Law enforcement teams (SWAT, tactical units)
- Private security contractors
- Emergency response teams
- Any small, tactical team seeking advanced field training
Instructor Profile:
Our instructors are former military personnel, law enforcement officers, and experienced tactical trainers who bring a wealth of real-world experience. They are subject matter experts in small unit tactics, having participated in high-stakes operations and providing training to elite forces globally.
Why Choose This Course?
- Tailored to Your Needs: We understand that each unit faces different operational challenges. This course is designed to adapt to your team’s specific objectives and mission requirements.
- Practical Application: Focused on hands-on, scenario-driven learning, participants will engage in live exercises that mirror actual missions.
- Real-World Experience: Learn from instructors with direct experience in military and law enforcement operations, ensuring practical knowledge that translates into real-world performance.
Contact Us for Customization & Enrollment:
Course availability, customization, scheduling, and pricing are developed in conjunction with our customers’ specific needs. To discuss how we can tailor this course to your unit’s specific needs, please contact us at 805-398-0003 or email info@mb-tactical.com
The four-hour class goes beyond static shooting. Once the student has demonstrated sound advance, the movement continues with dynamic. This class will teach movement on the draw, movement during reloads, movement before and after the shooting process, and shooting while moving.
This advance course is designed for the shooter who wishes to develop the skills to engage small targets with a high degree of probability for first round hits. This includes sportsman as well as hunters. We will discuss equipment selection, the fundamentals for precision rifle marksmanship, supported field positions, ballistics, and ammunition considerations. Shooting will primarily be done at 100 and 200 yards. This course is designed for a rifle with a telescopic sighting device, preferable of at least 7 power magnification. During this class, we will be walking to the target and back. Please wear comfortable boots for such activity.
This course is about learning to shoot fast and accurately at realistic speeds…..the speeds that actually need to happen when the target isn’t standing still indefinitely. The techniques of what it takes to shoot 4,5 or even 6 shots per second ACCURATELY will be discussed in great detail and the student will have a better understanding of what that actually takes to accomplish. It is designed around the ultimate and equal balance of accuracy and speed that is applicable just as much to LE/Military training as it is to practical shooting competition. If you carry/use a handgun in any way, shape or form and you flat out want to be a better more realistic shooter come take this class taught by a World Champion/ Former Police-SWAT Officer and you will benefit.
General curriculum:
- Practical shooting philosophy
- Balancing accuracy and speed
- Safety
- Grip/stance
- Improving trigger control
- The draw
- Shooting focus on different targets
- The reload
- Decision making under time
- Shooting on the move
- Moving and shooting
- Strong/Support hand shooting
- Police qual super test
- What/how to practice
- Dry fire vs Live fire
- Moving targets (if available)
- Mental side of performance
Equipment required:
- Handgun
- Holster
- Min 3 mags (4 if low capacity)
- 700rds (350 per day)
- Ear and Eye protection
Cost $650.00 for 2 days ($325 per day)
This advance course is presented as a means of distilling the foundational process of the handgun presentation and the shot process employment in a rapidly unfolding, and demanding set of circumstances. The course will utilize the Steel Challenge competition course to refine the draw stroke, trigger press, sight acquisition, slide lock reloads, strong hand and weak hand shooting, and movement to cover. This course will not focus on tactics so much as faster shooting with acceptable accuracy for the situation. Enrollment for this class is limited to current Law Enforcement, Reserve Law Enforcement, and agency Range Masters or trainers.
This advance class will focus on the short-range marksmanship problems associated with using a long gun (shotgun or rifle) in an urban environment. Students will learn techniques for using the long gun effectively indoors, in outdoor close confined spaces, and in and around automobiles.
